JHARKHAND MONEY LAUNDERING CASE
Former TN Minister Senthil Balaji constantly filing petitions to stall trial: ED
The Enforcement Directorate informed a sessions court that former Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji has been filing numerous petitions to delay trial proceedings in a money laundering case. This was stated by Karthik Dasari, Deputy Director, Chennai Zonal Office, Directorate of Enforcement, in his counter affidavit submitted to Principal Sessions Judge S Alli. Dasari claimed that Balaji's actions have an "ulterior motive to stall the trial proceedings" and are causing delays in the trial's commencement.
Falsely implicated, I was forced to spend 5 months in jail: Hemant Soren
Hemant Soren, falsely implicated, faced months in jail over a money laundering case. Accused the government of voice suppression, arrested amid a conspiracy. Vows to continue the fight against injustice, emphasizing the completion of tasks despite the lengthy judicial process and allegations of a land scam.
Delhi HC to rule on BRS leader K Kavitha's bail plea in Excise Case on July 1
BRS leader K Kavitha was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on March 15, 2024 and by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on April 11, 2024. The bench of Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma, after hearing submissions from all sides, decided to reserve the order in the matter on May 28, 2024.
Kerala: ED attaches land, bank deposits of CPI(M) in money laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate has attached a land parcel in Kerala and bank deposits worth Rs 73 lakh, alleged to belong to the CPI(M), in connection with a money laundering probe related to the Karuvannur Service Cooperative Bank "scam." The CPI(M) has denied allegations of wrongdoing and money laundering.
AAP calls for protest at BJP headquarters, police say no permission
AAP plans to stage a protest at the BJP headquarters in Delhi against the arrest of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a money-laundering case linked to the liquor policy. However, Delhi Police stated that AAP did not obtain permission for the demonstration. Security measures, including barricades and paramilitary deployment, are in place at DDU Marg. Police warned of potential detentions under Section 144 CrPC due to the unauthorized protest. AAP alleges Kejriwal's arrest by CBI and ED is unjust, labeling it a "false case."
Hemant Soren gets bail from HC, says fight will continue
The release, ahead of possible early assembly elections in October-November, has come as a shot in the arm for JMM-Congress-RJD alliance in Jharkhand. Soren has been in jail since January 31 after ED arrested him in a money laundering case.
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ED files ninth charge sheet in Delhi excise policy case
He was the 18th person to have been arrested by the ED in this case in which it has also taken into custody Delhi Chief Minister and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, his party colleague and former deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh, BRS leader and former Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao's politician daughter K Kavitha and several liquor businessmen and others.
Arvind Kejriwal sent to 3-day CBI custody in Delhi excise policy case
Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has sent AAP supremo and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to three-day Central Bureau of Investigation remand in connection with the Excise policy case. Kejriwal has been jailed since April for money laundering and is under investigation by the Enforcement Directorate. The Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 was retracted in July 2022.
CBI arrests Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in excise policy case
A Delhi Court on Wednesday allowed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to examine Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the courtroom and instructed the agency to present the material supporting his potential arrest. Kejriwal was produced before Special Judge Amitabh Rawat.
ED behaving as if Kejriwal 'most wanted terrorist': Sunita Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife, Sunita Kejriwal, claimed on Friday that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) moved to challenge her husband's bail order even before it was available on the trial court's website. Sunita made these remarks while speaking in south Delhi's Bhogal, where Delhi Water Minister Atishi began an indefinite hunger strike to demand more water from Haryana.
AAP MP slams govt after Delhi HC puts on hold trial court order on Kejriwal's bail
AAP leader Sanjay Singh accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of undermining the justice system after the Delhi High Court put a hold on a trial court order granting bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. This bail was connected to a money laundering case involving an alleged excise scam.
Jharkhand govt set for cabinet expansion; Kalpana Soren likely to be one of the inductees
Five months ahead of the assembly polls in Jharkhand, the Champai Soren-led coalition government is considering a Cabinet expansion in July. This move aims to fill two vacancies and possibly include Kalpana Soren, wife of jailed former CM Hemant Soren, who won the Gandey assembly by-election in May. While sources suggest Kalpana could be a key face for the upcoming polls, there is speculation about her reluctance to join the Cabinet for less than six months.
ED makes fresh arrest in money laundering case against Hemant Soren
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested a broker, Shekhar Prasad Mahto, in connection with a land grab-related money laundering case involving former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren. Mahto is accused of colluding with others to acquire a 4.83-acre land in Ranchi through fake deeds and tampered records. The ED seeks to trace the proceeds of crime and investigate other beneficiaries in this ongoing investigation.
Jailed Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam resigns from state cabinet
Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam, embroiled in a money laundering case, has resigned from the state cabinet and as the leader of the Congress Legislature Party. His resignation comes after being arrested by the Enforcement Directorate following the seizure of Rs 32 crore cash linked to his aide. The BJP opposition had demanded his removal from the cabinet. Earlier, the chief minister had taken over Alam's portfolios.
Land for jobs 'scam': Delhi HC directs medical evaluation of Lalu's aide Amit Katyal
The High Court emphasised that the right of health of an individual, being a facet of right to life under Article 21, cannot be abridged without due process of law in a mechanical manner and an individual can be released on an interim bail when specialized treatment and care, which cannot be provided in jail, is necessary.
Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam remanded to 2-day judicial custody in money laundering case
Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam remanded to judicial custody in money laundering case by PMLA court. Arrested by Enforcement Directorate, facing investigation for irregularities in rural development department.
Jharkhand HC seeks ED's reply in bail plea filed by Ex-CM Hemant Soren
The Jharkhand High Court directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to respond to former Chief Minister Hemant Soren's bail application in a money-laundering case linked to an alleged land scam. Soren, arrested on January 31, claims no involvement with the disputed land and alleges political conspiracy. The ED has until June 10 to file a response. Soren's previous attempts for interim bail were dismissed by the Supreme Court, which criticized him for not fully disclosing pertinent information. Soren is currently held in Birsa Munda Jail, Ranchi.
ED summons IAS officer in money laundering case against Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam
The Enforcement Directorate summoned Jharkhand-cadre IAS officer Manish Ranjan in a money laundering case linked to state minister Alamgir Alam and Congress leader Alamgir Alam. The probe involves irregularities and bribes between officials and contractors, with Ranjan asked to depose on May 24.
Supreme Court questions Hemant Soren's bail plea after special court takes cognisance of chargesheet
The Supreme Court questioned former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's lawyer about challenging his arrest in a money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate opposed his plea for interim bail. court rescheduled next hearing for May 22. Soren's lawyer defended his client's arrest as illegal, citing lack of evidence. Jharkhand High Court previously rejected Soren's plea challenging his arrest.
Arrested Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam remanded to 6-day ED custody
Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam remanded to 6-day ED custody in money laundering case. Lawyer Kishlay Prasad cites health issues like sleep apnea. Cash recovered from Jahangir. Alam represents Pakur seat in Jharkhand assembly. Under ED radar after personal secretary's arrest.
ED: Cash seized from Ranchi flat pertains to minister Alamgir Alam
The ED had raided Alam's personal secretary Sanjeev Kumar Lal and his domestic help Jahangir Alam on May 6 and recovered a total Rs 32.2 crore from a flat in the name of the latter person. The total cash seizure in this case is Rs 37.5 crore.
Alamgir Alam, Jharkhand Minister, arrested by ED in money laundering case
Alamgir Alam ED Arrest: On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Jharkhand Minister and Congress leader Alamgir Alam in connection with a substantial cash recovery from the household help of his personal secretary and state administrative service officer, Sanjeev Kumar Lal. The Congress leader was grilled by ED officials for over nine hours on Tuesday in connection with a money laundering case. Alam, the state's Rural Development minister, arrived at the ED office around 11 am and departed around 8:30 pm.
No interim bail for ex-Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren; SC seeks ED's response by May 17
Supreme Court rejects Hemant Soren's interim bail plea in a money laundering case tied to a land scam, preventing his campaign for JMM during Lok Sabha elections. Soren's request mirrored Arvind Kejriwal's situation post-release.
Money laundering case: ED summons Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam for questioning after massive cash seizure
The money laundering investigation pertains to alleged irregularities and payment of "bribes" in the state rural development department.
SC to hear Hemant Soren's bail plea for campaigning on Monday
The Supreme Court dismissed former Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren's plea seeking direction to the high court to deliver a judgment on his challenge of arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a money laundering case. The division bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta noted that the high court had already given its verdict, which Soren has challenged in the Supreme Court. His appeal is scheduled for hearing on May 13. Soren had also sought interim bail to campaign in the Lok Sabha elections.
SC junks former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's plea in money laundering case
A bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta observed that the petition has become infructuous as the High Court has delivered its judgement on May 3 and Soren has already challenged the same in the apex court. The former Jharkhand Chief Minister has sought bail from the court to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections, till the High Court delivers its judgement in the money laundering case.
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